What We Do
Services
Every reel that comes through the bench gets treated like it's going back on the water tomorrow.
Precision Repair. Every Time.
Captain Steven Salceda has been repairing fishing reels for years, working on everything from entry-level spinning reels to high-end baitcasters. Every repair is done by hand with the right tools and the right parts.
Whether your reel needs a basic cleaning or a full rebuild, you'll get it back in better shape than you sent it — guaranteed.
Full Cleaning & Maintenance
Complete disassembly, ultrasonic cleaning of all components, fresh lubrication, and reassembly. Recommended annually or after heavy saltwater use.
- Full disassembly
- Ultrasonic parts cleaning
- Fresh grease & oil application
- Reassembly & function test
Gear & Bearing Replacement
Worn, stripped, or corroded gears and bearings swapped out for quality replacements. Restores smooth, quiet operation and proper gear ratio.
- Gear inspection & diagnosis
- Bearing replacement
- Main gear replacement
- Post-repair performance test
Drag System Repair
Sticky, slipping, or inconsistent drag rebuilt and calibrated. Drag washers replaced, drag stack cleaned, and tension set to spec.
- Drag stack disassembly
- Washer inspection & replacement
- Drag surface cleaning
- Calibration & smooth-out test
Reel Tuning & Upgrades
Performance upgrades including aftermarket bearings, custom brake tuning, and spool modifications. Get more distance, smoother casts, and better control.
- Aftermarket bearing upgrades
- Brake system tuning
- Spool modifications
- Cast distance & feel optimization
Saltwater Corrosion Repair
Saltwater damage assessment and restoration. Corroded components cleaned, treated, or replaced. Seals inspected and refreshed to prevent future damage.
- Corrosion damage assessment
- Component treatment & cleaning
- Seal inspection & replacement
- Anti-corrosion lubrication
Full Rebuild
Complete teardown and rebuild from scratch. Every part inspected, worn components replaced, and the reel reassembled to factory spec — or better.
- Complete teardown
- All-component inspection
- Full parts replacement as needed
- Factory-spec reassembly & test
Transparent Pricing
Reel Cleaning Prices
Parts not included. Rusted or broken parts will be replaced — never reinstalled.
I will not install rusted or broken parts back in your reel. I will replace them if your reel needs it.
Shimano Spinning Reels — Cleaning
Other Reel Types
★ All factory part orders must be paid up front.
Bearing Replacement Pricing
Drop-Off Instructions
Put your reel in a bag with your name and phone number. I have a gray drop box on my porch — place it inside and text me when you're there. If you don't have a bag, there are 3 bags inside the gray box.
No rush. Within the same week or next. We're quick — could be done in a day or two if we're not backed up.
2–3 day turnaround. If we're not backed up, no fee at all.
Top of the queue. Same day or next day service.
Brands We Work On
We specialize in these manufacturers but work on most major brands.
Mail-In Service Available
Not local to Harlingen? No problem. Ship your reel to us and we'll repair it and send it back. Call first to discuss the issue and get a shipping address.
Get In Touch
Ready to Get Your Reel Fixed?
Call Captain Steven for a quick diagnosis and quote. Most repairs turned around fast.
956-893-0602